Top 10 Blind Date Tips

Whether you have been set up on a blind date or are meeting someone for the first time, there are some basic guidelines that men and women must adhere to. Here are 10 blind date tips with a dash of humor for your viewing pleasure.

10. Plan Far Ahead

You may have planned a calm evening at the movies, but if you see that this wild girl wants to go clubbing, make sure that you will not have any trouble getting into the night's hot spots.

9. Watch What You Say

To quote the mighty Chris Rock, "a girl will decide within the first 30 seconds whether or not she will sleep with you." If she intends on doing so, the only thing standing in the way is what you say. So, think twice and better yet, shut your trap, so she can open hers.

8. Focus On Her

Why do some men insist on asking women out, only to end up spending the entire evening talking about themselves? If you want a woman to fall for you, then show her you care about more than T&A. Ask her about work, family, friends, all the stuff women love talking about. But beware; you do not want to give her the impression that you are about to begin stalking your next victim.

7. Don't Cross-Examine Her

If you want a first date to succeed, then you must master the art of communication. Don't ask her close-ended questions (those that only require "yes," "no," or "I don't know," responses); instead, ask her open-ended questions to stimulate conversation and to let her know that you're interested.

6. Keep Your Eyes On Her

Did you ever see the Saturday Night Live episode with Rob Lowe as the host? If not, there was a skit in which he's talking to Ralph Nader, when he sees a mirror and forgets everything and everyone around him. Funny, but I see many men (and women) doing this all the time. Look at her, not yourself, and definitely not at the other fine looking women in the establishment.